Jimmy Ray Leard Jr

Jimmy Ray Leard Jr obituary, Prescott Valley, AZ

Jimmy Ray Leard Jr

Jimmy Leard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sunrise Funeral Home & Crematory - Prescott Valley on Nov. 11, 2025.

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Jimmy Ray Leard Jr, born on November 27, 1954, and passed away on November 5, 2025. He proudly served in the Air Force, where he dedicated himself to his country and forged lifelong friendships. Jimmy was born and raised in Pickens County Alabama, and he may have been Alabama Crimson Tide's biggest fan. Jimmy was survived by his brother David Leard, and his two sons Joshua and Stacy Leard.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Betty and Jimmy Ray Leard Sr.
He will be missed and remembered for his kindness, his dedication, and the love he shared with all who knew him.

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